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Area Security Support Manager

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    Sodexo Ireland
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    Ref: #JOB-2449731
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    Leinster,
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    40 hours per week
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    60000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 25 May 2026
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    Closing On: 21 Jun 2026

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Location: Leinster, Ireland. (Travel to sites across Ireland required)
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: 60,000 per annum plus Sodexo Benefits

The Area Security Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all physical security operations across multiple corporate and static locations nationwide. This role ensures the protection of employees, visitors, assets, facilities, and company information through effective security strategies, risk management, incident response, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
Security Operations Management:
Oversee daily security operations across multiple sites within the assigned area
Ensure consistent implementation of corporate security policies, procedures, and standards
Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and vulnerability assessments
Manage access control systems, CCTV monitoring, alarm systems, and security officer operations
Coordinate emergency response procedures and business continuity planning
Risk Assessment & Incident Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks and operational threats
Lead investigations into security incidents, theft, workplace violence, policy violations, or suspicious activity
Prepare detailed incident reports and recommend corrective actions
Maintain crisis management and escalation procedures

Team Leadership:
Supervise and support site security supervisors, officers, and third-party security companies when additional cover is required
Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate security personnel
Develop staffing schedules and ensure adequate coverage across all locations
Promote a strong culture of professionalism, accountability, and customer focus
Compliance & Policy Enforcement
Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and PSA industry standards and compliance regulations
Support health, safety, and compliance initiatives
Maintain accurate security documentation, reports, and records
Assist during audits and regulatory PSA inspections

Stakeholder Collaboration:
Build strong relationships with Clients in each location
Liaise with law enforcement, emergency services, and government agencies when necessary
Deliver regular security updates and reports to senior leadership

Vendor Management:
Oversee contracts and performance of security vendors and service providers
Recommend and implement security technology improvements

What We Are Looking For:
Qualifications
5 years of progressive security management experience, preferably in a corporate or multi-site environment.
Experience managing teams across multiple locations
Knowledge of physical security systems, investigations, emergency management, and risk assessment
Strong understanding of security regulations and best practices
Must have valid Private Security Authority licence

Working Conditions
Frequent travel between assigned locations will be required.
Ability to respond to emergencies outside normal business hours.
Combination of office-based and field-based work  
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Career Level

  • Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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